Passive suicidal ideation refers to thoughts about death or nonexistence without active intent or planning. It reflects diminished desire to continue living rather than a formed plan to die. It commonly appears in depressive states, chronic stress, and personality pathology. ## Core Functions - Expression of hopelessness or perceived burdensomeness - Psychological distancing from distressing circumstances ## Key Components - Thoughts of disappearing or “not being around” - Absence of plan or immediate intent ## Systems Interactions - Dysregulation in mood-related neural circuits - Increased DMN involvement during self-focussed despair ## Clinical Relevance - Significant predictor of future active ideation if unaddressed - Associated with chronic emotional pain and anhedonia ## Related Topics - [[Suicidal Ideation]] - [[Depression]] - [[Interpersonal Theory of Suicide]%5